Texas Colonias Self-Help Centers Program
Office of the Texas Secretary of State
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Texas Colonias Self-Help Centers Program in its Donna, TX research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Provides construction training, technical assistance, and building materials to colonias residents in Hidalgo County who want to build or repair their own homes. Self-help model empowers residents with skills while reducing construction costs.
Value of materials and training assistance varies by project; sweat equity required
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Donna, TX, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Free construction training for colonias residents
- Assistance with building materials
- Self-help model reduces costs through sweat equity
- Available in Hidalgo County colonias
- Low-income households prioritized
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (956) 464-4555
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Ongoing, year-round
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Texas Colonias Self-Help Centers Program in Donna?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Texas Colonias Self-Help Centers Program in Donna, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with Office of the Texas Secretary of State; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (956) 464-4555. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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